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Dr. Christopher Chen, MD

Dr. Christopher Chen, MD

Anesthesiologist, Addiction Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Pleasanton, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Chen, Anesthesiologist in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Chen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (510) 647-1200.

    Is Dr. Chen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

    Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid Abuse
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid misuse
    • Drug abuse (opioids)
    • Problem opioid use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1111: Opioid abuse, in remission
    • F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Arm Overuse Injury
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Upper Arm Repetitive Strain Injury
    • Right Upper Arm Cumulative Trauma
    • Right Upper Arm Tendinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M70921: Unspecified soft tissue disorder related to use, overuse and pressure, right upper arm

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Chen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 647-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Spectrum

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Chen's Primary Practice

    4439 Stoneridge Dr Ste 110

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (510) 647-1200

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    Dr. Christopher Chen's Practice 2

    3000 Colby St Ste 106

    Berkeley, CA 94705

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?

    Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA

    What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891738472.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen

    What is Dr. Christopher Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is an Anesthesiologist near Pleasanton, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Christopher Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Chen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christopher Chen accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Chen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 647-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (510) 647-1200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's offices are located in Pleasanton, CA and Berkeley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Chen have?

    Dr. Christopher Chen is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.